On Wednesday, March 26th, we are excited to announce a special collaboration with Menna from St Chads & St Ambrose for an amazing community event, Recreate. This event offers free clothing and mending services and will take place at St Ambrose Church, located at 309 Breezes Road, Aranui, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the church’s cozy café space.

Whether you're in need of a clothing repair or are looking to refresh your wardrobe, this event has something for everyone. Bring along your clothing in need of mending or come and browse through the free clothes available. It’s a great opportunity to help reduce waste while supporting the community, and all services are completely free of charge!

We invite everyone to share this event with their community and help us spread the word. It’s a chance to come together, learn new skills, and create a more sustainable and connected neighborhood.

For more information, check out the event on Facebook:
Recreate Event on Facebook

Celebrating Duke Kahanamoku's legacy with surfing and skateboarding events plus visual arts, music and cultural performance.

Now in its ninth year, the Duke Festival showcases Aotearoa talent in surfing, skateboarding, art and music to raise awareness around a historic event for New Brighton and surfing's cultural ties. It consistently provides a great festival relevant to a diverse range of people.

The surf and skate competitions have many divisions for those keen to enter. Spectating is free and spectacular, with the events all taking place at the heart of our festival – the New Brighton Pier and Amphitheatre.

New for 2025 is the addition of CARVE street art trail, with local and emerging artists creating a trail of hand-painted/crafted surfboards throughout New Brighton.

We also have a number of mini-festival events such as beach yoga, sandcastle competition, Duke dogs and more!

Come down to the Eastern Canopy in Rawhiti Domain to check out all the great clubs who are affiliated with Eastern Community Sport and Recreation and have a go at cricket, netball, rugby, softball, archery, tennis and pickleball.

Junior registration open for New Brighton Rugby and New Brighton Netball Clubs.

Community Funding Expo

Tuesday 25^th March – 5-7pm Bromley Community Centre

Tuesday 1^st April – 10am – 12 noon Taiora QEII

Drop in and kōrero with a range of different funders.

Celebrate Christchurch Pride by going on an epic adventure into the fun world of Dungeons & Dragons!

This event aims to be a beginner-friendly session for anyone who is interesting in playing the fun tabletop game.

No supplies needed! LGBTQIA+ members and allies are welcome!

Where: Shirley Library

Ages: 13+ years

Cost: $FREE

Bookings required: Book online here!

Free Clothing and Mending Event

Wednesday 26 March, 2pm - 5pm

St Ambrose Church, 309 Breezes Road, Aranui

Woolston Boxing presents theSouth Island Novice Champs

Sessions: Saturday 1am, Sunday 11am

Weigh-in:

• Saturday 7:30-8:00am (Semi Finalists)
• Saturday 8:00-9:00am
• Sunday 8:00am

Weekend Pass:

Adults $20, Child $10, Senior/Student $15, Family $50

Join us for one last celebration to wrap up Christchurch Pride in style!

Relax, soak up the vibes, and enjoy a lovely afternoon surrounded by our amazing community. Pack your favorite snacks, bring your best picnic setup, your puppy and your kids, and let’s make this a beautiful farewell to Pride season.

See you there!

Date: Sunday, 30 March
Time: From 1 PM
Location: Dallington Landing
Entry: FREE!

Contact contact@chchpride.co.nz for more info

Community Funding Expo

Tuesday 25^th March – 5-7pm Bromley Community Centre

Tuesday 1^st April – 10am – 12 noon Taiora QEII

Drop in and kōrero with a range of different funders.

2025 Christchurch Walking Festival, held from Saturday 12 April to Sunday 27 April 27

Explore the beauty of our city and its surroundings through a variety of inspiring walks suitable for all ages and abilities. From scenic strolls to adventurous hikes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Browse the schedule, find the perfect walk for you, and register to join us on this journey of discovery, community, and connection with nature. Let’s get walking.

Walking Festival 2025

Join us for guided walk and talk along the banks of the Ōpāwaho Heathcote River. Learn about the ecological, cultural and historical journey on the old towpath of the Ōpāwaho Heathcote River. On the way there are several points of interest including old wharf sites, the cut and barrage and some great areas of planting and bank restoration. Meet opposite the Tannery, plenty of street parking available.

It is approximately 6km of mixed terrain (some flat, footpaths, bush walks). Dogs welcome, on a leash. Prams may be tricky, but you're welcome to try!

Cancellations will be notified via this Facebook page.

Forums are held on the 1^st Monday of the school term.

They aimed bring together the multiple agencies, organisations, and community groups of Greater Linwood to connect, enabling better partnerships.

10.30am cuppa

11.00am meeting starts

12.00pm meeting ends

Visit Linwood Resource Centre and Community Gardens on Linwood Avenue and buy your seedlings for your winter garden.

Gates open 10am.

There will be a selection of plants, Jams and preserves for sale. Come and have a look around the garden, house and men's shed and see if this place is for you.

Cash Only 10am-12pm

Join the Styx Living Laboratory Trust for Mulch Mania. Help us create an urban national reserve!

We will be mulching and weeding native plants to make sure that they can grow and thrive.

Bring your friends and family or just pop along and meet some new people! This is a family-friendly event.

Please bring a drink bottle and also gloves and a spade if you have your own. If not, then dont worry there will be some provided! Please bring a bite or two to share together afterward.

We hope to see you there!

If you have any questions flick us an e-mail at styxllbom@gmail.com

Spring Market at the CAC
Over 60 stalls, food trucks, live music, 60+ murals and activities for the kids.

Heirloom seedlings, plants, crafts, student enterprise, local business and sustainable products.

At the Climate Action Campus, 180 Avonside Dr, Avonside Christchurch